Media Arts & Technologies

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1 Media Arts & Technologies The Media Arts & Technologies program provides a focused sequence of courses for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution or gain employment in the fields of Web and interactive design, graphic design, video production, or print-media creation and delivery. Career options include webpage design, Web/multimedia development, Web/ multimedia programming, graphic design, video editing, video, production, media content development, information architecture, graphics production, interface design, and layout design. Specific career positions include Web designer, graphic designer, video editor, webmaster, Web programmer, Flash designer, art production assistant, video production assistant, special effects artist, background artist, product modeler, product animator, and storyboard artist. Contact Information Chair: Jeff Uhlik (juhlik@miracosta.edu) Dean: Al Taccone (ataccone@miracosta.edu) instruction/mat/index.html Full-Time Faculty Karl Cleveland Leigh Cotnoir Jill Malone Jeff Uhlik Associate Degrees Department: Media Arts and Technologies Office: Building OC4800, Degree programs include the completion of a general education (GE) pattern of courses. The knowledge, skills, and abilities gained as a result of completing general education, referred to as GE outcomes, can be viewed here. Associate in Arts Degrees Graphic Design Web Development and Design Students may earn one of the above-named associate degrees by completing a certificate of achievement and the general education courses required for MiraCosta College's Associate in Arts degree (see Associate Degrees). Students should meet with a MiraCosta College counselor to identify required courses and to develop a written educational plan for the specific degree or certificate they wish to earn. Certificates Certificate of Achievement Graphic Design This certificate provides students with the design and technical skills needed to gain employment in the graphic design field with organizations and small businesses that design and distribute publications in both print and electronic media. Students who complete this certificate will also be prepared to start their own design businesses, work as freelancers, or pursue a graphic design degree at a four-year university. Students learn the key components of graphic design and publishing using current computer software applications as well as concept development through project planning and management. Employment opportunities include graphic designer, graphic artist, imaging specialist, photographic assistant, layout artist, and graphic production assistant. Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to plan, design, and produce professional-level graphic designs that apply design, layout, and typographic principles and demonstrate effective communication solutions. Foundation courses: MAT 110 Digital Imaging 1: Adobe Photoshop 3 MAT 120 Media Design 1: Production 3 MAT 125 Web Design 1: Fundamentals 3 MAT 135 Graphic Design 1: Principles 3 Emphasis courses (select 12 units): 12 MAT 150 MAT 155 MAT 170 MAT 180 MAT 185 Flash 1: Animation and Interactivity Graphic Design 2: Typography Digital Imaging 2: Adobe Illustrator Publishing 1: Adobe InDesign Graphic Design 3: Design and Layout Advanced courses (select 3 units): 3 MAT 210 MAT 220 MAT 230 MAT 255 MAT 270 Digital Imaging 3: Advanced Photoshop Digital Imaging 4: Advanced Illustrator Publishing 2: Output for Print Business of Media Arts Advanced Design Studio Required to graduate: 3 MAT 290 Recommended Electives: Portfolio Development MiraCosta College Catalog 1

2 ART 100 ART 260 Drawing and Composition History of Modern Art or ART 260H History of Modern Art (Honors) Total Units 30 Note: MAT 292, MAT 296, or MAT 298 may be substituted for courses within this certificate with approval of the MAT Department Chair. Certificate of Achievement Video and Media Design This certificate provides the skills students need to gain employment in the corporate, broadcast, technical, educational, and entertainment industries. Students learn how to create video programs and digital media content for broadcast, cable, DVD, Internet, and mobile delivery as well as for dedicated computer presentations. Students gain skills in all phases of video production, 3D and traditional animation techniques, special effects, DVD authoring, and project management. Employment opportunities include video editor, video production assistant, camera operator, product animator, DVD author, mobile content developer, special effects artist, and special effects animator. Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to plan, design, and produce professional-level videos, interfaces, applications, or experiences that integrate media, utilize appropriate tools and techniques, and demonstrate effective communication solutions. Foundation courses: MAT 110 Digital Imaging 1: Adobe Photoshop 3 MAT 120 Media Design 1: Production 3 MAT 125 Web Design 1: Fundamentals 3 MAT 135 Graphic Design 1: Principles 3 Emphasis courses (12 units): 12 MAT 140 MAT 150 MAT 160 MAT 200 3D Animation 1: Maya Flash 1: Animation and Interactivity Video 1: Production Video 2: Post-Production and Special Effects Advanced course: 3 MAT 240 MAT 270 3D Animation 2: Motionbuilder Advanced Design Studio Capstone: 3 MAT 290 Portfolio Development Total Units 30 Note: MAT 292, MAT 296, or MAT 298 may be substituted for courses within this certificate with approval of the MAT Program Director. Certificate of Achievement Web Development and Design This certificate trains students in the skills necessary to gain employment in the dynamic field of Internet and mobile content design, development, and delivery. Students gain skills in all phases of website design, including page construction, site design, dynamic content delivery, e-commerce, Flash animation, web video, and Flash development for games, advertising, interactive content, and mobile content. Employment opportunities include webpage designer, website designer, information architect, interface designer, mobile content developer, web developer, Flash designer, or Flash developer. Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to plan and develop professional-level graphical user interfaces, web pages, and websites that utilize appropriate tools and techniques and demonstrate effective communication solutions. Foundation courses: MAT 110 Digital Imaging 1: Adobe Photoshop 3 MAT 120 Media Design 1: Production 3 MAT 125 Web Design 1: Fundamentals 3 MAT 135 Graphic Design 1: Principles 3 Emphasis courses (select 12 units): 12 CSIT 146 MAT 150 MAT 165 MAT 175 MAT 190 MAT 215 MAT 235 E-Commerce and Web Presence Flash 1: Animation and Interactivity Web Design 2: Tools and Techniques Web Design: JavaScript and jquery Flash 2: ActionScript Web Design: Mobile Sites and Apps Web Design 3: Site Design and Architecture Advanced courses (select 3 units): 3 MAT 225 MAT 255 MAT 270 Web Design: PHP and WordPress Business of Media Arts Advanced Design Studio Required to graduate: 3 MAT 290 Portfolio Development Total Units 30 Note: MAT 292, MAT 296, or MAT 298 may be substituted for courses within this certificate with approval of the MAT Program Director. Certificate of Proficiency Digital and Print Publishing This certificate provides focused skills necessary to gain employment in the field of digital printing and publishing. Students gain specific skills in graphic design, image manipulation, page layout, digital illustration, and preparation for final output. Graduates of this program are able to move into employment opportunities as graphic artists, imaging specialists, digital imaging assistants, layout artists, and graphic production assistants. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with digital imaging and print publishing tools and techniques. Required courses: Select 15 units from the following: 15 2 MiraCosta College Catalog

3 MAT 110 MAT 135 MAT 170 MAT 180 MAT 210 MAT 220 MAT 230 MAT 255 Digital Imaging 1: Adobe Photoshop Graphic Design 1: Principles Digital Imaging 2: Adobe Illustrator Publishing 1: Adobe InDesign Digital Imaging 3: Advanced Photoshop Digital Imaging 4: Advanced Illustrator Publishing 2: Output for Print Business of Media Arts Total Units 15 Certificate of Proficiency Graphic Communication This certificate forms a solid foundation in graphic design proficiency. These skills are essential in all types of visual media where a message must be conveyed to a specific target market. This certificate is designed to be completed in conjunction with other MAT certificates to enhance a student s ability to create more effective and dynamic communication or for professionals who would like to enhance their job skills. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with graphic design principles and techniques. Required courses: MAT 135 Graphic Design 1: Principles 3 MAT 155 Graphic Design 2: Typography 3 MAT 185 Graphic Design 3: Design and Layout 3 ART 100 Drawing and Composition 3 ART 260 History of Modern Art 3 or ART 260H History of Modern Art (Honors) Total Units 15 Certificate of Proficiency Video and Animation This certificate forms a solid foundation in the skills students need to create video, special effects and animation media programs for delivery in traditional formats, over the Web, or via mobile devices. Career opportunities include video editor, video production assistant, special effects artist, background artist, product modeler, product animator, and storyboard artist. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with video and animation production tools and techniques. Required courses: MAT 140 3D Animation 1: Maya 3 MAT 150 Flash 1: Animation and Interactivity 3 MAT 160 Video 1: Production 3 MAT 200 Video 2: Post-Production and Special Effects MAT 240 3D Animation 2: Motionbuilder 3 Total Units 15 3 Certificate of Proficiency Web Design This certificate provides the focused skill set necessary to gain employment in website design. Depending on which courses are selected, students gain specific skills in web markup and scripting languages, graphics production, web animation techniques, database technologies, and website architecture and design. Graduates of this program will be able to move into employment opportunities such as webpage design, web development, Flash designer, Flash developer, content developer, and interface designer. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with web design and development tools and techniques. Required courses: Five of the following: 15 MAT 125 MAT 150 MAT 165 MAT 175 MAT 190 MAT 215 MAT 225 MAT 235 CSIT 146 Web Design 1: Fundamentals Flash 1: Animation and Interactivity Web Design 2: Tools and Techniques Web Design: JavaScript and jquery Flash 2: ActionScript Web Design: Mobile Sites and Apps Web Design: PHP and WordPress Web Design 3: Site Design and Architecture E-Commerce and Web Presence Total Units 15 Courses MAT 110: Digital Imaging 1: Adobe Photoshop Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ART 247. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ), SU In this course students use Adobe Photoshop to create digital imaging designs of professional quality. Through the manipulation of photographic and other raster graphic images, students generate unique artwork that involves photo editing, tonal and color correction, masking, layer adjustments, painting techniques, blending modes, and advanced compositing. Students study layout and design techniques, application of color using CMYK and RGB, and appropriate typography practices. MiraCosta College Catalog 3

4 MAT 120: Media Design 1: Production Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course introduces the fundamental skills needed for the design and production of multimedia projects and interactive programs. Topics include capturing and editing video, images, and audio, basic 3D modeling and animation, and interactive program design and development. The course also covers proper formats for playback through various presentation platforms and the basics of network protocol. MAT 125: Web Design 1: Fundamentals Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ), SU This course introduces the fundamentals of building Web pages, including XHTML coding, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), effective images/backgrounds, interface design, and File Transfer Protocols (FTPs) for uploading websites. Students also learn management techniques for personal websites, browser and platform issues, and the basics of network protocols. MAT 135: Graphic Design 1: Principles, UC Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This course introduces the visual communication principles and concepts of successful graphic design. Topics include form, color palettes, text/image relationships, typography, grid structures, and layout design. The course develops and refines each student's personal design sensibility by applying appropriate and creative design presentations within cultural and historical contexts. MAT 140: 3D Animation 1: Maya Advisory: MAT 120. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course introduces students to the concepts and execution of 3D modeling, animation, and rendering using Autodesk Maya. Topics include storyboard development and visualization, efficient modeling and texturing techniques, 3D environment design (including lighting and camera angles), object and camera animation, and rendering considerations. The course also covers proper formats for delivery through various mediums. MAT 150: Flash 1: Animation and Interactivity Advisory: MAT 120. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) Students approach web design using the latest animation and interactive media design techniques and tools. They learn to integrate animation, text, graphics, audio, and video to create rich, interactive user experiences. The course emphasizes effective interface design and design principles for time-based media. MAT 155: Graphic Design 2: Typography Advisory: MAT 135. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This course covers the essential concepts of typographic design and its incorporation into all forms of visual communication. Topics include historical development and cultural impacts, type design, ligature, word/image fusion, and structural and experimental design. Students develop a solid understanding of how to use type and letterforms to improve the quality of comprehension and communication. MAT 160: Video 1: Production Advisory: MAT 120. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course offers detailed coverage of the video production environment. It covers the process of creating and editing video programs from concept and storyboards through shooting and recording, culminating in acquiring, editing, and mastering a digital program. Topics include proper formats for delivery through various mediums. MAT 165: Web Design 2: Tools and Techniques Advisory: MAT 125. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This course builds on the skills developed in MAT 125. It introduces students to techniques for designing websites using industry-standard web design and development tools (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash). Topics include webpage design, image editing, animation, and producing and programming websites using XHTML, CSS, and JavaScript. 4 MiraCosta College Catalog

5 MAT 170: Digital Imaging 2: Adobe Illustrator Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ART 248. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) In this course students use Adobe Illustrator to create and manipulate vector graphic images into personal artwork and commercial output. Students generate effective typography and vector shapes, utilize a variety of color palettes and libraries, develop unique brushes and patterns, and convert raster images into vector art. Through hands-on instruction and multiple projects students transform objects, manipulate perspective, utilize blends and gradients, understand the differences between CMYK and RGB, and import and export different graphic file formats. MAT 175: Web Design: JavaScript and jquery Prerequisites: MAT 125. Advisory: MAT 165 Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course introduces web design students to JavaScript and jquery for interactive web development, including how JavaScript can be used in conjunction with HTML and CSS to add interactivity, animation, visual effects, and advanced functionality to web pages. Students explore interface design and core programming concepts in JavaScript and jquery to create rich user experiences, manage dynamic content, create animation, and make web pages more interactive and intuitive. Students learn to design and script user interface elements common on websites, such as content sliders, interactive galleries, and more. Students also learn to use the HTML5 canvas element with JavaScript to draw, animate, and create interactive graphics for HTML5 games or web applications. Topics also include integrating and customizing jquery plugins, working with AJAX, and using API interfaces to web services, such as maps and social media. MAT 180: Publishing 1: Adobe InDesign Advisory: MAT 110 AND MAT 170 Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course introduces students to Adobe InDesign, the page layout software program used by professional graphic artists to publish ads, business cards, brochures, postcards, newsletters, magazines, books, and more. It involves considerable hands-on instruction and projects similar to those faced by today's designers. Students learn how to prepare documents for professional publication, how to format type, import images, use styles, generate tables, create swatches, and apply shortcuts. Students learn typographic and publishing techniques, basic design principles, and how to apply spot and process color. Students will examine, troubleshoot, and package digital files for output to a commercial press and for the Web. MAT 185: Graphic Design 3: Design and Layout Advisory: MAT 135. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This course covers the process of creating effective, efficient, and dynamic layouts to solve complex design problems. Students explore every stage of the design process, including concept development, intuitive design, and structural hierarchy and grid design. The course emphasizes developing a creative problem-solving approach and refining a personal design sense. MAT 190: Flash 2: ActionScript Advisory: MAT 150. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This course expands upon the basic concepts covered in MAT 150. It emphasizes ActionScript, user interface functionality, advanced techniques, and efficient program development as they relate to creating interactive user experiences. The course also stresses development issues for multi-platform playback. MiraCosta College Catalog 5

6 MAT 200: Video 2: Post-Production and Special Effects Advisory: MAT 110 or ART 247; MAT 160. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course offers detailed coverage of the video postproduction environment. Students learn techniques for creating complex video sequences by combining video, animated graphics, Foley effects, advanced editing techniques, green screen, and other special effects using industry-standard software. The course emphasizes instruction in advanced video editing techniques, and it covers final project output for delivery through various presentation platforms. MAT 210: Digital Imaging 3: Advanced Photoshop Prerequisites: MAT 110. Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ART 252. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course builds upon knowledge and skills gained in MAT 110. Students use Adobe Photoshop to acquire advanced digital imaging techniques for image design and production. Through specific projects, students utilize higher-level compositing techniques, apply advanced color management tools, and generate 3D objects within a 3D workspace. Multiple projects reinforce acquired knowledge through preparation of digital files for print and online delivery. MAT 215: Web Design: Mobile Sites and Apps Prerequisites: MAT 165. Advisory: MAT 150. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course introduces web design and development students to design considerations and development techniques for creating mobile websites and web applications. Students explore the use of web technologies, including HMTL5, CSS3, JavaScript, jquery, and Flash/ActionScript, to design and produce websites and apps optimized for delivery on mobile and tablet devices. Topics include mobile media design, understanding mobile platforms, browsers, and device capabilities, responsive design, media queries, jquery Mobile, the PhoneGap framework, and Flash Air for Android and ios apps. MAT 220: Digital Imaging 4: Advanced Illustrator Prerequisites: MAT 170. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This is an advanced course for MAT students who are planning to pursue a career in graphic design. This course builds upon concepts gained in MAT 170 and addresses advanced vector design skills for developing logos, three-dimensional packaging, signage, advertisements, business cards, digital illustrations, and vector graphics for the Web. MAT 225: Web Design: PHP and WordPress Advisory: MAT 165 Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This course develops skills for building database driven, dynamically generated websites using current dynamic scripting languages, content management system (CMS) applications, and presentation semantics with PHP, WordPress, and CSS, respectively. Students develop dynamic websites and CMS web applications as a basis for creating professional, commercial, or other dynamic, interactive applications. Topics include PHP scripting fundamentals, integrating dynamic content with HTML and CSS, understanding WordPress as a CMS, customizing and creating WordPress themes and plugins, leveraging web design software, such as Dreamweaver and/ open-source code editors to create professional data-driven websites, and designing dynamic websites with issues of accessibility and device responsiveness in mind. MAT 230: Publishing 2: Output for Print Advisory: MAT 180 Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This advanced publishing course takes students through the process of producing and printing a press-ready publication at a professional printing company. Students explore print technologies (e.g., offset printing, variable-data printing, and direct digital printing), learn the steps required for prepress, production, binding, trimming, and finishing, and apply prepress techniques using Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. The course includes a professional print bureau tour. 6 MiraCosta College Catalog

7 MAT 235: Web Design 3: Site Design and Architecture Advisory: MAT 165. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) Students use industry-standard Web development tools and techniques to design complex, professional-level websites. The course emphasizes site architecture, content rationale, interface design, and usability as well as creating an enriching user experience within a team development environment. MAT 240: 3D Animation 2: Motionbuilder Advisory: MAT 140. Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. ( ) This course introduces students to the advanced concepts and execution of three-dimensional character animation and rendering using Autodesk MotionBuilder, a major software used primarily in game, film, and television production. Topics include character rigging, facial and skeletal animation, forward and inverse kinematics, motion capture, 3D editing, Maya integration, and rendering considerations. The course also covers proper formats for delivery through various mediums. MAT 255: Business of Media Arts Units: 1 Lecture 1 hour. ( ) This course covers business principles for the media arts industry and addresses such topics as market specialization, marketing tools, client interface, pricing creative services, proposals, contracts, and copyright issues. MAT 270: Advanced Design Studio Enrollment Limitation: Audition with portfolio and instructor approval. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. ( ) This capstone course provides advanced students firsthand experience in the function of a professional studio environment where they create real-world projects for real-world clients. Students experience client relations, project development and management, problem solving, team management, asset management, and project delivery considerations. MAT 290: Portfolio Development Advisory: It is recommended that students complete most courses within a MAT certificate or degree program before enrolling in MAT 290. Lecture 3 hours. ( ) Students develop a personal portfolio that showcases their media and design skills and completed projects. The portfolio's format is determined by individual student goals and current available technology. The portfolio can be used to market the student as a prospective employee of a digital media company or as a self-promotion piece. MAT 292: Internship Studies Units: Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit. Enrollment Limitation: Instructor, dept chair, and Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently. Course Typically Offered: TBA This course provides students the opportunity to apply the theories and techniques of their discipline in an internship position in a professional setting under the instruction of a faculty-mentor and site supervisor. It introduces students to aspects of the roles and responsibilities of professionals employed in the field of study. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students must develop new learning objectives and/or intern at a new site upon each repetition. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance. MAT 296: Topics in Media Arts & Technologies Units: 1-3 Lecture 1 hour. Lecture 2 hours. Lecture 3 hours. ( ) Course Typically Offered: TBA This course gives students an opportunity to study topics in Media Arts and Technologies that are not included in regular course offerings. Each Topics course is announced, described, and given its own title and 296 number designation in the class schedule. MiraCosta College Catalog 7

8 MAT 298: Directed Study in Media Arts Technology Units: 1-3 Enrollment Limitation: Instructor and department chair approval and successful completion of 12 units of college work with at least a 3.0 grade-point average. Laboratory 3 hours Laboratory 6 hours Laboratory 9 hours. ( ) Course Typically Offered: TBA This course allows students to pursue a special area of interest in order to achieve specific goals beyond the scope of existing courses within the discipline. Students work independently and interact directly with an instructor on an individual basis and as prescribed by the Directed Study Agreement. MAT 299: Occupational Cooperative Work Experience Units: 1-4 Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit. Enrollment Limitation: Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently. Course Typically Offered: TBA Cooperative Work Experience is intended for students who are employed in a job directly related to their major. It allows such students the opportunity to apply the theories and skills of their discipline to their position and to undertake new responsibilities and learn new skills at work. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance. 8 MiraCosta College Catalog